Barr Construction
A Division of Barr Limited
Stirling Sports Village
Location: Forthbank, Stirling
Project Category: Leisure
Project Start: May 2007
Project End: January 2009
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Key Features: CHP plant,
The project comprised of the design and construction of a new leisure centre on the outskirts of Stirling on a green field site which included extensive external works comprising of six 5-a-side synthetic pitches, one full size synthetic football/rugby pitch and a water based hockey pitch all constructed to 3G standards. The main building itself was constructed on a precast concrete driven piled foundation, which included the use of lightweight fill, complex a-symmetric steel frame, glulam beams, extensive curtain walling and various metal cladding systems including feature zinc panels. The internal configuration of the building, which was built on 3 levels, provides accommodation for 3 swimming pools, spa area, large ice rink, 9 court sports hall, fitness gym, 3 dance studios, various changing facilities, bar/café area and a main feature entrance atrium incorporating a climbing wall. Externally, provision was made for extensive soft landscaping and parking facilities.
Moveable floor in pools, demin system in ice rink, heat recovery, climbing wall, glulam beams, sauna and steam room. Project completed on time and within budget.
